As a nation, we definitely love our cats. Both loving, affectionate and strangely aloof at times, there are undoubtedly lots of things that you still don’t know about your favourite feline companion. Here are some surprising catty facts: A domesticated cat share 95.6% of its genome with a tiger. They display similar behaviours, such as…
Trees are essential for life – they give us material for shelter, food, paper and shade, not to mention helping us breathe. It’s no wonder then that trees have made magical appearances in stories and literature throughout history. Here are some of the most wonderful trees from literature, be they grand and beautiful or slightly…
Love it or loathe it, social media is a fact of modern life, so it pays to factor it in when you’re creating or updating your business website. Image Credit According to figures from Statista, around 40 million people in the UK use social media platforms, which represents around 60 per cent of the population.…
From Neolithic times to today They are three of the most used items every day, and they are universal products around the world. But have you ever thought about who invented knives, forks and spoons? Image Credit Forks are a newer phenomenon, dating back just a few centuries, but people in different countries around the…
WordPress began life back in 2003 as a simple and easy-to-use blogging platform, but since those early days, it has changed and grown to become a major player in the online world. Image Credit According to a recent post on WP Beginner, WordPress now powers just under 30% of all online websites, making it a…
The Buggy Whip – some may know this as a handy piece of safety equipment to make your vehicle visible. However, there is now a cocktail of the same name, and it is deliciously refreshing! Image Credit The Buggy Whip cocktail is a summery delight which wouldn’t even seem out of place at Wimbledon on…
Many workplaces are increasingly becoming dog-friendly. Image Credit Where once it was highly unusual to find a pampered pooch by the printer, these days many employers are embracing the emotional and physical benefits of bringing our four-legged friends into the workplace in an attempt to improve office morale. Indeed, an article in The Undercover Recruiter…
We all love our dogs and will forgive them almost anything. However, you’ll want your furry friend to be loved by all and so it’s important to make sure they behave like a good canine ambassador. Here are some helpful tips for socialising your beloved pooch: For socialising with people: Daily Walks – Taking your…
As a child one of my favourite films growing up was Mary Poppins. The film has been remade and spin offs like Saving Mr Banks have been created. It is difficult to find just one part of the film that I enjoy the most as there are so many different elements and characters that I…
Dog Collars and Leads have been used as symbols of ownership and accessory pieces for dogs for many years. There are so many different types available nowadays and you can colour coordinate them with door coats and other doggy accessories. If you want something special then take a look at Dog Collars and Leads through…